1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Because 1970 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Cougar | Vue |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |